Alberta Reinstates Corporate and Union Donations in Local Elections

The United Conservative Party's new legislation reverses previous bans and introduces changes to municipal political structures.

Corporate and union donations are now permitted in Alberta's local elections, reversing a ban by the previous NDP government.
The legislation, known as Bill 20, aims to make municipal elections more transparent, according to the UCP government.
Critics, including Alberta Municipalities, argue that the changes could lead to local governments being influenced by large donors.
Starting in 2025, local political parties and slates will be allowed on ballots in Edmonton and Calgary, but not in school board trustee elections.
Contributions from individuals, corporations, or unions are capped at $5,000 per year per jurisdiction.